2×2 Matrices with smarts on one dimension

Tom Peters’ discussion of the smart complexifier can be summarized in the following matrix (see also the full article in Tom Peters’ blog).

  Simplifier Complexifier
Dumb Might actually be of help Can be ignored without harm
Smart Analyst from heaven Analyst from hell

This reminds me of the following classical matrix from the IDF, classifying army commanders:

  Lazy Industrious
Dumb Harmless Most damaging
Smart Creative Best kind

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